Urad Dal Wadi = Dry Nuggets made with Urad Dal & Spices. Hara Chholiya = Green Chickpea or Gram (which is further dried to be known as Black gram or Kala Chana) This is a heirloom recipe, passed on from my Nani (maternal grandmother) to my mum and then to me and then I adapted…
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Kaju Matar Makhane ki Sabzi
An absolute treat to make on Diwali and treat your family and friends. Kaju Matar Makhana is a delicate curry made in Uttar Pradesh. My mom made it sometimes but not that often. Some dishes are saved for festivals and “khaas” occasions, right? I am bringing another family recipe to try in this season of lights…
Basic Guidelines to Performing Ashtami/Navami Kanjak Pooja
Basic Guidelines to Performing Ashtami/Navami Kanjak Pooja {Image Source – Google Images} Disclaimer 1 – The mentioned article Basic Guidelines to Performing Ashtami/Navami Kanjak Pooja is created by me, keeping in mind how I have observed the Ashtami & Navami Pooja in my mother’s and mother-in-law’s home. Disclaimer 2 – It is an unbiased article and describes…
Sookhe Kaale Chane
Sookhe Kaale Chane Sookhe Kaale Chane is a “must make” dish for Ashtami / Navami Kanjak Pooja. Along with it, Halwa and Poori are prepared for the Prasaad (food offering). This celebration is widely observed by the Hindu community of India. Sookhe means Dry and Kaala Chana is Black gram which is a close cousin…